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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17
THE RICHMOND DISPATCH--sUNDAY APRIL II. 1887

sbout one fourth Of The surface OF the
second pyramid this still remains
making access TO its summit impossi-
ble 1be Arabian conquerors Of Egypt
fore off these superb blocks TO build
houses and palaces, and as the most
convenient way OF getting them 70 the
bottom rolled them dotcn me nam
moth sides of the despoited struc-
fpres crushing and tearing everything
in their rush TO the earth. This ex.
plains the ruggedness Of the steps and
their irregularity, the stones OF the IN,
terror courses being always broken and
often wrenched from their places by
the prodioious force accumulated by
these enormous blocks in their mad
plunge. 49,,
The plan of building the pyramids
is now pretty well understood, but
the method is q mystery as pro-
found and impenetrable now as it
was to Herodotus, the Father oil
History, who looked upon them
and described them in the very dawn
of human letters. They were hoary
with venerable age when his eye saw
them.
A thousand years before Moses was
born these marvellous structures already
marked for the prowling advances OF
the desert the limit Of their permitted
approach.
Up in the serene atmosphere OF their
SUBMITS it is easy to fancy that some
mighty god Terminus pitched here his
colossal tents OF stone as a landmark,
IN perpetuam rel memoriam OF the
border of the imperial domain OF Father
Nile-himself q god as well, in the
esteem of those whose "wisdom" failed
not TO win the praise of the first of the
inspired writer's of the Bible. 1t re-
quires no imaginative faculty to realize
in this august presence that here indeed
all the centuries "look upon you"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17

were made full, but not in the Mikado
style so popular recently. They were
gathered in at the wrists with bands Of
velvet extending downward from the
shoulders were long, square inserted
pieces OF the velvet, and the lace collar
was surrounded by band Of the for
mer fabric.
In draperies the style which Parisians
are wont to ascribe to their idolized
Sarah-the only Bernhardt-are now
likely to be generally adopted, and any
superhuous, bulky, or heavy draperies
must be dispensed with. The lightest,
most airy arrangement of the material
used for the drapsry is the one most adj
mirCd.
A very odd walking-dress recently
noticed was in beige camels' hair cloth
made with a short, pointed basque,
fitting exquisitely to the tigure-a
dizped tablier covering one side of the
skirt, the other being entirely exposed,
and back draperies laid in successive
folds. On the basque was inserted a
piece of striped silk cannot call it a
plastron-set in at the shoulder, seams
on each side, and coming to a point
upon the bust. Down the centre of
this silk space row of small spherical
buttons appeared, but from that point
the garment was fastened, as 1t were,
obliQuely, the opening running to-
wards the left hip. The skirt was en-
tirely composed of the striped silk, and
cuffs and collars of the same added
piduancy to the suit, which had some
what bizarre effect.
Vest effects are very noticeable on
the new toilets, and nearly all of the
dresses shown have some kind of bust
trimming, but the pointed plastron
omnipresent q short time ago is no
longer visible, or at least is SO seldom
seen that it can scarcely be called fash
ionable.
jacket basques for wear upon the
street without extra wraps have hoods
upon them similar to those upon the
walking jackets, and they are lined with
fancy silks in the same manner.
A reception costume, intended for a
young married lady, had the bodice III
bDt ubuhi itiuttd iOiili DssOh oiiu AiVbs;
the material being faitIe franchise in
Russian gray. Across the front of the
bodice, dawn from the collar to the
left hip, is double band of plum-co-
lored Velvet, edged on one side with
the small metal buttons which fastened
the garment. The drapery was ex-
tremely graceful, falling at the right in
deep point, the leit-side drspery fold
ing beneath the right. The skirt is of
frise satin, made quite plainly.
Ecru and dark brown, apple-green
and English pink, beige and green,
porcelain blue and maize-all these are
pretty combinations for spring milli-
merry, but indeed there is no dearth OF
pretty tints and combinations. Oddly
is the one feature now sought in COM
bining the trimmings for spring bon
net this year, and a great deal OF the
head-gear worn exhibits combinations
which are considered Outre and there
fore a Id mode, but which are, neverthe-
loss In unquestionably poor taste.
Lisle-tbread hosiery was never more
porulsr. The cclors worn are many,
but preference is shown for the more
delicate tipts. Stockings on which the
legs are Of some solid color, or black,
$40 made with white or cream-eolored
feet. Checked patterns are more worn
tba, str;f,ca O. III M
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LADIES COLUMN.
reYRs GATHERED FROM THE WORLD
or FASHION.
a usv fsn-A Street Drsss-An Elegant
Tea aown-walking Costume
Hosiery.

Corrs.pcndence Of the Richmond Dispssch.l
New YoRK, April IL, 1887.
A new gem This seemsan anacbro-
nism. as most of our jewels were far
from being novelties in the days Of Sol
ONION. Yet there is one which is OF
comparatively very recent discovery,
and which is only found in this coun-
try. This is the golden beryl--a stone
which promises TO become extremely
popular, although ranking in value with
some of our rarest gems. 1t is set for
bracelets, earrings, ETC., and for eve
ming wear is one Of the most charming
of precious stones. II is kind OF Sc
cond cousin 10 the emerald, being of
similsr nature, while it possesses the
brilliant properties Of the diamond.
A street dress for spring wear forms
the theme Of the illustration this week,
and the model is q very stylish one.
II has a tablier front drapery, iabot
AT the side, and naturally-laid draperies
at the back. The skirt is handsomely
embroidered.
An elegant tea-gown recently worn
at o recherche affair uptown was IN
maize cashmere. II was made with a
full train, very skilfully draped, and
falling from the waist, the upper por-
ton Of the gown fitting perfectly to
the person. China silk, in q rather
brilliant red shade afording, how
ever, q most attractive contrast to the
cashmere-formed the entire front, be-
ginning at the lace collar and falling to
the waist in fine close plaits. Here a
strip OF maroon velvet, cut like pea
SAINT bodice, interviewed. the plated silk
resppearing below it. The sleeves
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17
ByN. w. Bowe,
Real Estate Auctioneer.
Richmond, Va

THAT VERY DESIRABLE BLOCK
l. oFGR0UND ON THE SOUTH SIDE os
CANAL sTRREr, EXTENDING FROM
TWELFTH TO THIRfgRNTH STREE Z.
rRCNTJNG rs FEET ON CANAL STREET,
AND RUNNING BACK 100 FEET. AT AUG
TION.-By request OF the owners Will sell "
auction, ON the premises. on
WEDNESDAY, APRIL ~. 1877,
Immediately after the sale OF the Gallego-Milis
property Say at O'clock p. N. }, the exceedlas-
ly valuable BLOCK OF LAND situated a.
above, adjoining Shockoo Warehouse, with tho
dimensions ~ stated, and running back toand
embracing the substantial stone wall on us
rear line. BY reason Of Its central and Isolated
position, In close proximity 70 tho heavy bnsi'
ness OF the city. near TO tho railroai depo.s
mills, and warehouses, this Is beyond doeos
the best piece OF property In the entire city Tor
factories, warehouses, lnmber.y yards, or for any
manufacturing purpose.
This lot lies broadside Of Q largo piece OF
ground owed by the Gallego- Millss Company,
which Is 70 10 sold on the samo day--the two
blocks thus 10 DO sold afording IN opportunity
city.
1his Land can Be purchased privately Al any
time b<foTeth he hour Of saln Plat 70 be seen
a. ne om<s q NE accttoooer. -
tAxxe; Reasonable n ", bQWk
~ ~ AuQt9V4S&-
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a curious discovery was made recent
ly in the grounds of Mountstuart.
Lord Eute's splendid place near Rothe-
say. Scotland. Some workmen were
making excavations for a fence, when
they struck upon a large stone slab,
which turned out to be the top OF an
ancient grave, inwhich were theremains
of human body (the skull and teeta
being almost perfectly around which
were O great number OF large jet beads,
with a pendant which had evidently
formed necklet. An urn of clay was
at the feet of the remains. Lord Butte,
who is o Jealous antiquarian, has for
warded the relics to Dr. Anderson, of
Edinburgh. The slab had been brought
from the shore, and the grave had evil
IDENTIFY been lined with sea pebbles and
sand.
The IrGnkJurter Zciiung says that
the Grand Duchess of Saxe-Weimer
hss sent to the Administrative Com
mittee of the Gethe-Haus at Frank
fort series OF documents which will
be Of great service to them ia their
restoration OF the poets house, or
more strictly Of his "vaterhaus. :"
They were found among the coles
tons al Weimer, and consist OF CON-
pleie set OF bills relating to the rebuild
ing OF the house by the poets father, an
account Of which is given by his sou
r = Al n n a =
trng" These bills reach as far as the
year 1855, and throw the fullest light
uron every little detail Of the construc-
ton of the house, from the color-wssh-
ing Of the ceiling and the hanging OF
the walls Unit Tapeten" down TO the
simplest door.latches. The roo ms can
thus be restored" to their exact ap-
pssrance at the time in which Gethe's
parents lived in them.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17
BY r. y. Chafiin & Co.,
Real Estate Auctioneers,
Richmond, Va.


TRCSTEE'S AUCTION SALE OF
i yALUABLEJAMES-RI RIVER FARM IN AZ
BFMARlE COUNTY, CALLED MOUNTAIN
VIEW, CONTAINING COY ACRES, WITH A
SILENDiD BRICK DWELLING WITH Is
ROOMS, BESIDES BRICK KITCHEN AND
UT-BUILDINGS-DW LOCATED IN
A HANDSOME GROVE.--By virtue OF a deed OF
trust dated March IL, 1851, recorded In ADA
mario County Court In Deadlock ~, page ~,
ard at the request OF the beneficiary, dofanl;
having teen made In the payment OF note So
cured therein, will sell by public auction. at
the Richmond and AlSghany railroad depot at
Sco.,syille, on
TUESDAY. MAY q. 1881.
at II O'Clock A. NJ, the aboye-descrioed TRACT
OF LAND.
II rarely that such valuable estate Is Of
fefed fer sale. The buildings are ample for
large family or boarding house. located IN
handsome grove, In goot order. aud conyenient
10 the Richmond and Allegheny railroad Depot
Scottsyille. Parties can leave Richmond on
Monday (23d) afternoon or night train, thus
having time 10 examine the premises before
sale.
TERMS: While the deed requires cash a. %
expenses Of sale and TO pay note OF * oJJ.
with interest from March II, 1885, by conso NJ
CT all parties Interested more accommodating
terms may be announced at sale; aud as to
any balance, terms will be announced AZ sale.
X. b. CHAFFIN. Trustee.
Sale by II, ID. CHAFPiS q Co., AuetioaeerA
nh c2.Tu&Ftd
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BY Manning C. Staples Co.,
Real Estate Agents and Auctloneers.
DUBLIC AUCTION OF A VALUA-
a BILE AND PRETTY FARM LOCATED ON
OSBORN PIKE ABOUT TWO AND HALE
MILES BELOW MCHMOND.-By request Oh
the owner, non. resident. We will sell by auc-
ton, on the premises, at 4 o'clock +. NJ on
MONDAY, MAY 9, 1887,
the FARM as above described, containing ~
ACHES. upon which there Is a good dwelling
10 good repair. Tho character OF the surround
Ing prcperty-owners and the quality OF the sol!
upon this farm should engage tho attention o!
those IN search OF q desirable home. is Is wen
suited for a dairy farm, being 80 near the cry.
IL not sold on day OF sale the place wil DO
rented 10 the highest bidder.
For further particulars apply to The suc-
tioneers, or Mr.. John Smith. No. 10 norm
Seventeenth street.
MANNING c. STAPLES 8 CO.,
antg Auctioneers.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17
BY George E. Crawford,
Real Estate Agents and Auctioneer,
1905 Bank street.

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF THREE
4 FRAME DWELIINGS-ONR No. 26l2 ?
STREET OR oAKW00D AVENUE, AND Two
ON ALLEY OR LINCOLN STREET. Nos. 23l3
AND 26l5. BEING DIRECTLY IN THE REAR
OF No. 2612 p S1REET.-By virtue OF two GER
tain deeds Of trust from Frank L. Black 10
William II. Lyme, trustee-one dated March :,
1882, and recorded in Deadlock 10 c, page
40, and the other dated February ~, 1882, aud
recorded in Deadlock 12J @. page Ill, in tho
clerks ONCE Of the Richmond Chancery Court,
do fault having been made in the payment OF
the notes thereby secured, / will sell az pubic
auction, on the premises, on
TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 1887. AT l2 VI.
TERMS: Cash as to expenses of sale and the
amounts now due-namsly. sl9sl5 on House
No. 2Gl2 = street (and s. per month for Sky
months) with interest from March 3, 1882; and
sleS5O on 2Gi3 and eGl5 Lincoln street, and 81
per month for hfty-four months, and II there
be any residue rs may be stated at the sale (;
or IL may be that more liberal arrangements
may be announced at the sale for the cash pay
ments. JOEL OOOh,
Substituted Trustee.
GEORGE E. CRAWFORD, Auctioneer. ap 10
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17

Strange volcanic disturbances are slid
to have been frightening the people
living along the Blood river near New
Concord, in Galloway county, Ky. The
phenomena were first noticed about ten
days ago, when all the wells suddenly
ran dry, and at night there was n
deep rumbling noise resembling
the muttering of distant thun-
Ger, which seemed to come from
the earth. Occasionally there would ba
On explosion like the booming OF far
off gun, and recently column of fire
has been seen to shoot up at intervals
during the night from Songer's bluff, two
miles from the town. Citizens who
went out to investigate the disturbance
say that the heat near the bluff was so
intense that they could not approach it..
The scene of the phenomena is one of
the widest and most rugged parts of
the State, and is remote from communi-
cation by mail or telegraph.
Speaking Of the nervous condition in
which the terror Of the earthquake
shocks or the Mediterranean shores left
some people, Iucy Hooper writes that
one lady, seated in q drawing-room OF
hotel ut Cannes the other day, was
startled by a loud noise from the room
overhead and fell fainting to the floor.
1t was only q basketful of wood which
bad been thrown into the wood-box OF
the upstairs room. Another went into
Mysteries because some one left the
room in which she was seated and in
cautiously slammed the door. A more
curious incident is this: A young
French married lady at Cannes gave
proof OF perfect GOODNESS and pre-
sence Of mind on the day OF
the earthquake. She was a great IN
valid, and when her sister-in-law rushed
into her room TO tell her to get up at
once and hasten into the open air, she
made answer very composedly: IF
hurry out OF doors half-dressed shall
catch n severe and probably a fatal
cold. II am to die / may as we'll die
quietly in my bed" One OF the oldest
incidents was that at o theatre al
Grasse on Saturday. Nine. Ceiine
Chaumont was announced for repre-
sentation there. The theatre was
lighted, the orchestra was in its place,
the actors were assembled, the ticket
sgent was oil ready --but nobody came,
Net one single human being presented
himsel or herself to witness the per-
iosmance.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17

"Camp-M Meeting" John Allen, famed
beyond the limits OF his denomination
for his power of utteranee.
Like, perhaps, the majority OF her
sisterhood, Nordica has q real name
and stage name. Theformeris Lillian
Norton Cover, by which her school
fellows down East remember her. Her
professional studies were begun in Bos-
ton. She went to London about ten
years ago and sang in concerts at the
Crystal Palace, Sydenham, near the
English metropolis. Encouraged by
success, she afterwards placed herself
under the tuition of Signor Sangio-
yanni, of Milan, and about seven years
ago she made her dtbm in ola Ira
yiata" at Brescia. She sang during
two seasons in Russia, and in 1882 she
made her first appearance at the Grand
Opera, Paris, as Marguerite in "Faust. "
Mr.. Mapleson heard her, and in 1888
engaged her. and she has been a men,
Der Of his company almost ever since.
Miss Nordica is said to have true
soprano voice Of excellent quality. Her
repertory includes not only all the light
soprano parts, but also the leading
prima donna roles in such dramatic
oreras as Boito's "Meistofele," Pom
chiellis La Giaconda," and Thomas
Hamlet" which she has sung at st.
Petersburg, Paris, Moscow, and else
where.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17
BY Quarles & NcCuriy'
Rnal Eetata RrokerA.

EXFCUTORS' SALE OF DESlRA-
H. BILE EASTEND LIBBY hill PARK
DWELLINGS AND BUlLDlAG SITES ~ ~ -
TION.-By request 81 the executor. ~ tlH 80
Hiram ". Tyler. deceased, We VII ourr i'i
sale, upon the promises, on
TUESDAY. APIiL ~, ISL
beginning ri 3 O'Clock p. NJ. Tue tOllQsing D.
sIRABLR REAL ESTATE;
/. NEWIY-BUILT TWO AID y II AlF-
STORY TOCK-BRICk-tEONt DIV hLllN'
No. S00i NGin street LIBBY Hiln. containing
eleven rooms, bath, range. carritg blouse aI'-
bic, &c. Lot q feet inch by 10 feet
,. BRICK TENEMENT, similar as . nl'r, ~,
500. bath. sc. ; range. stable, -. LOT -'Ai''
feet a..
3 VACANT LOT. adjoining above 90 ne
wet at the corner n Main Gui Naf.i''''
streots-33 feet inches by ~ irei moro "'
lesa.
4. VACANT lot, fronting - i.et on sllih
line Of Main between Ihlr,ieih aud it4-iY-"i' ~
streets aud running back ioi feet "lu oes-D-
divided II desired.
All this property Il well locatsf, In hf y.
class ncighhOrhCod oyerlookiuE he rtef. "''h
fine view, near Libby or Marshall lnfs. ' 'ht'-
nient 10 business, aas viii pAy u O., IA IA
vcstmcrt or make desirable homea
TERNs: one fourth cash: resi-e a. SIN
twelve aud eighteen mcn.hs. deferred pay
ments 10 bear interest aud b. se-urod % sfAs'
deed.
Plats at cf.ce Of the alctioneors .
QUARLES - McCUkOf.
auls Anc,i1neorh
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17
ByJ. Thompson Brown 3 Co,
Real Estate Agents and Auctioneers'
lii3 Main street

- STORY AND BRICk-BAsEMENf
FRAME DWELLING
No. 500 MARSHALL, NEAR HENRY sr"Hh l.
nv reouest Of the owner. who Is making a
change OF residence. we win sell az pupnc aue'
ton, on the premises, on
WEDNESDAY, APRIL %, 1895,
.,sP.M.. the above PROPERTY. The house
Il a nice, cosy dwelling, and the io' front, :
I,i6xib0 feet 20 paved alley, on WINCH sncIe y
a large two-story stable recently pnnI, pes'ao'
ample cow-houses and other out-builaings.
lhis sale offers good opportunity W seeu ~
snug homo or to make s'saas-Pas'"e ~
TERMS; Ono fourth cash; balance az SIX
twelve. and eighteen months, . per cenk nsof'
eat added, and secured BY deea o. uvs 1S
.asx Auoti0ooeyx
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17

American Prima Donna, Royal
italian Opera, London.

Miss Lillian Nordica, who is q native
Of Harrington, Conn, is one Of the
leading artists Of Mr. Mapleson's pres
ent company at the Royal Italian
Opera, London. Her mothers father
was the Methodist revival preacher,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1887-04-17

UFACTTRING PROPERTY IN RICHMOND.
YA.-On
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20. 1887,
commencing at IL NJ,
we will sell by auction. on the promises, the
following property-to VII: u,o,-n ,urre,
with the machinery therein and the water
power thereto belonging, consisting OF ABOUT
i,0O0 square inches Of water under pressure
of az feet (but subject 70 an annual water-ront
OF f24l0. The building is l6oxS5 feet, ana i OF
pressed brick and covered with slate, aud -
eight stories high, with daily capacity oil l,OOJ
barrels Of -four.
I'd. The "GALLEGO CORN-MILLs.n ma
chinery, &C. These mills are OF brick. six sto-
ries high, and produce 1000 bushels OF meal
per day. The waste water from the nour'mlltS
furnishes the power.
30. The MILl-sITE adjoining the corn-mill5
| on the east. with the massive foundston-Wall5
thereon, which cost $4,000. The lot Is bgxl0o
feet; ample water-power can be- obtained.
An. The LOT l23x165 feet adjoining the corn
mills on the west. at small cost unlimited
water-power can be had, which makes this lot
valuable for any manufacturing enterprise.
5th. The LOT fronting l3S feet on TWenh
street, between Canal aud Byrd streets, run
| ming back 20 feet TO Thirteenth street, Win
| the large framed building thereon, used a.
| sumac and bark mill, and in the rear the sla-
| bles Of the Gallego mills. 1900 49,, 49,,
9Th. The FOUR-STORY BRICK BUlLDING
30 s-l2xG5 Gig feet near the four-mils, suitable
| for storage above and Offices below.
9Th. The VALUABLE MILL SITE about one
| half mile west of the city, on the Richmond
and Allegheny railroad and on the canal, fro.n
which unlimited water-power can be had. mo
lot contains about one fourth OF an acre;
sth. The VALUABLE FLOUR BRANDS
| known as the "GALLEGO" and the
"ODANCE" These brands have a worldwide
reputation ard great popularity, especially 10
the South American States.
TERMS: One fourth cash balance in equal IN
stalments at one, two, and three years Tor
notes, with interest added, and the title retain
ed by the court until payment Of all OF the
purchese-money.
For descriptive circulars and particulars ap-
ply 10 either Of the auctiOneers.
c. L. WILLIAMS, j. II. GUY, W. j. LEAhE,
and 7. G. JACKSON, Special Commissioner
NH O-eDl
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BY James d. Elan,
Real Estate Agent and Auctioneer,
No. l1i3 Main street.

Reol Estate Agent ana AuctlOheeT,
No. lib Main street.
A UCTION SALE OF THE VERY
N DESIRABLE DETACHED BRICK-AND-
FRAME O-STORY-A \ D-BASEMENr
DWELLING No. 1914. WITH FINE LOT ABOU /
2axlS0 FEET, ON TIE NORTH SIDE OF CARY
STREET NEAR MOTIONS FLOWER-GAi-
DENLY request Of the owner shall sell by
public auction, on the premises. on
THURSDAY NEXT, 21sT INSTANT,
nj 81 o'clock p. NJ, the aboye-named valuable
and well-!ocated PROPERTY. The DWELLING
Is n neat. well-built, and well-arranged one.
with brick basement and two stories above
same, containing six rooms, with the usual con-
veniences, in good order. Well OF fine water
on the lot
The lot Is q speclally-desirable one, fronting
about q feet and extending back between
parallel lines about $50 feet TO an alley In COM
mon 20 feet wide, and has also good paved
SIDE alley.
The locality Is a most desirable one and the
property increasing In value daily.
TEENS: Easy, and announced az sale.
apl6 JAMES b. ELAN.
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c. c. JACKSON. PLAINTIFF, AGAINST JACKSON
AND AIS DEFENDASTS-lN THE CHAScEET
COURT or TIE CITY or RICHMOND.
/, Benjamin II. Berry, clerk Of said court,
certify that the bond required Of tho spe 'lal
commissioner hy the decree IN said cause Of
February -. 1887. has been dolly given.
Given under my hand this ii,h day Of April,
1857.
aD 10 BENJAMIN II. BERR1.